IT PMO Manager

AAA Auto Club Enterprises; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage for medical, dental, 9

401(K) saving plans with company match

Pension

Tuition assistance

Floating holidays and PTO forCommunity

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

AAA Auto Club Enterprises in Costa Mesa, CA seeks an experienced IT PMO Manager to oversee the enterprise project portfolio, optimize delivery processes, and drive measurable business impact. You will lead governance, partner with executives, and shape strategy for timely, value-driven initiatives.

The role requires 10+ years in project/portfolio management and 7–10 years in leadership, plus Agile Scrum or PMP/PgMP certification.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in project, portfolio, or program management.
• 7–10 years in leadership roles managing scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Agile Scrum and/or PMP (PgMP) certification preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Advanced strategic thinking and problem solving.
• Experience with multiple PM methods and tools.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the portfolio across the organization to ensure alignment with objectives.
• Collaborate with executives and stakeholders to influence strategy and outcomes.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to ensure timely delivery.
• Define and maintain project delivery standards and governance.
• Spearhead process improvements and cross-functional initiatives.
• Mentor and coach project managers through training and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Organizational planning

Agile methodologies

Portfolio management

Job description

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving enterprise-level transformation? We’re seeking an experienced IT PMO Manager to oversee our project portfolio, optimize processes, and deliver measurable business impact. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy collaborating across teams to achieve organizational goals, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Portfolio: Manage and oversee projects across the organization, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Collaborate with Leaders: Partner with executives and stakeholders to influence strategy and outcomes.
• Drive Success: Own budgeting and schedule forecasting, analyze performance, and implement effective solutions for timely delivery.
• Lead Governance and Standards: Define and maintain project delivery standards and methodologies to ensure high-quality, consistent execution.
• Champion Process Improvement: Spearhead transformation initiatives and deliver cross-functional improvements.
• Mentoring and Coaching: Support and develop project managers via training, sharing of best practice, and professional development.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience:
• 10+ years in project, portfolio, or program management.
• 7–10 years in leadership roles managing scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Certifications: Agile Scrum and/or PMP (PgMP) certification preferred.
• Skills:
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Advanced strategic thinking, problem solving capabilities.
• Expertise in multiple project management methods and tools.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, Agile-oriented environments.

The starting pay range for this position is:

$145,900.00 - $194,600.00

Additionally, for full time positions, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team and personal performance.

Remarkable benefits:

• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)

Auto Club Enterprises is the largest club within the national AAA federation. We have nearly 17,000 employees in 24 states helping more than 18 million members. The strength of our organization is our employees. Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members. When we embrace our diversity – we win. All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1900, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team.

“Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.”

AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our organization participates in E-Verify

The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), the Unincorporated Los Angeles County (ULAC) regulation, and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).